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Conference Sponsorship Program & Opportunities
In October 2008, the National Renewable Energy Marketing Conference will bring together the nation's leading renewable energy providers, electric utilities, government agencies, industry consultants and environmental advocates in Denver, Colorado. With the world's spotlight shining brightly on renewable and alternative energy, this year's conference promises to be our largest since its launch in 1996, attracting renowned speakers and attendees from across the Midwest and North America.

The Center for Resource Solutions is proud to present this leadership event and is pleased to offer multiple sponsorship opportunities for your company or organization to promote and communicate directly to: leading stakeholders in the renewable energy marketing community, policymakers, wholesale & retail power marketers, electric utilities, renewable energy project developers, equipment manufacturers, government agencies, consulting firms, and vanguard nonprofit organizations.

SOCIAL EVENT MAPPING & NETWORKING SITE SPONSOR - $5,000

We are providing an innovative event mapping and networking site for conference attendees powered by MapBuzz, a Denver-based web software company. The site will provide maps of conference events, recommended hotels, restaurants and bars, as well as social networking features. The site will be used heavily by attendees prior to, during and after the conference.

• Receive special recognition as Title Sponsor of site
• Customized package of graphical and text advertisements throughout the site
• Sponsor events and booths featured prominently on relevant maps
• Sponsor banner included on print out of directions to different locations
• Ability to post 3 promotional messages to all users of site
• Logo displayed as a special event sponsor on the back cover of the conference program
• Opportunity to purchase limited ad space inside the printed program
• Logo listed on the conference website with a link to your organization homepage
• Complimentary conference registration commensurate with the value of sponsorship

HOST SPONSOR - $50,000 *Only 1 Available*

• Receive the highest special recognition as the exclusive conference Host Sponsor
• Headline hosting of the Sunday opening night welcoming reception ($10,000 value)
• Company logo listed as the Host Sponsor on all major conference materials and promotional materials
• Lead logo position on the conference main hall banner, registration area and other key event signage
• Prominently highlighted inside the conference program; Logo on the top of the back cover
• One (1) full-page of free ad space inside the printed program - first choice of available locations
• Host Sponsor logo position on the conference website with a link to your organization's homepage
• Opportunity to actively participate in the conference program planning committee
• Prime seat at the conference opening plenary panel
• Exhibit area equivalent to TWO (2) spaces in a prime, key location ($5,000 value)
• Six (6) complimentary conference registrations

PLATINUM SPONSOR - $25,000 *Limited Number Available*

• Receive outstanding special recognition as a premier Platinum Sponsor
• Company logo listed on all major conference publications and promotional materials
• Platinum logo position on the conference main hall banner and other key event signage
• Prominently highlighted inside the conference program; Logo on the back cover in Platinum position
• One (1) full-page of free ad space inside the printed program
• Distinguished logo position on the conference website with a link to your organization's homepage
• Opportunity to actively participate in the conference program planning committee
• Seat at the conference opening plenary panel
• One (1) conference exhibitor space in a prime location ($2,500 value)
• Four (4) complimentary conference registrations

GOLD SPONSOR - $15,000

• Receive special recognition as a leading Gold Sponsor
• Logo listed on all major conference publications, promotional materials, banners and key signage
• Highlighted inside the conference program; Logo on the back cover in Gold position
• One-half (1/2) page of free ad space inside the program
• Gold level logo position on conference website including a link to your organization's homepage
• One (1) conference exhibitor space in a prime location ($2,500 value)
• Four (4) complimentary conference registrations

SILVER SPONSOR - $10,000

• Receive special recognition as a key Silver Sponsor
• Logo listed on all major conference publications, promotional materials, select banners and signage
• Highlighted inside the conference program; Logo on the back cover in Silver position
• One-quarter (1/4) page of free ad space inside the program
• Silver level logo position on conference website including a link to your organization's homepage
• One (1) conference exhibitor space in a prime location ($2,500 value)
• Three (3) complimentary conference registrations

LEADERSHIP CIRCLE: $5,000 or In-Kind Support

Sponsors interested in joining our Leadership Circle can support the conference by way of direct funds or valuable in-kind support including but not limited to: food/beverage, graphic design, printing, hosting a conference Cyber Café and other information technology opportunities. This is a wonderful way to promote your green-powered business and dedication to environmental sustainability.

Direct fund sponsors will be provided:

• Special recognition; logo listed on the back cover of the conference program
• Logo listed on the conference website with a link to your organization homepage
• Opportunity to purchase limited ad space inside the printed program
• Two (2) complimentary conference registrations

Sponsors who support with in-kind goods and/or services will be provided:

• Special recognition; logo listed on the back cover of the conference program
• Logo listed on the conference website with a link to your organization homepage
• Opportunity to purchase limited ad space inside the printed program
• Complimentary conference registration commensurate with sponsorship value

SPECIAL EVENT SPONSORSHIP

Select to directly sponsor one or more of the special events on the conference agenda and have your organization will be appreciably recognized with:

• Prominently displayed placards and other select signage and promotional opportunities at the event
• Logo displayed as a special event sponsor on the back cover of the conference program
• Opportunity to purchase limited ad space inside the printed program
• Logo listed on the conference website with a link to your organization homepage
• Complimentary conference registration commensurate with the value of sponsorship

2008 Special Events currently available for sponsorship:

• Tuesday Night Reception
• Off-site tour or side event 1 (tbd)
• Off-site tour or side event 2 (tbd)

• Monday Breakfast
• Tuesday Breakfast
• Wednesday Breakfast
• Monday Lunch
• Tuesday Lunch

Feel free to suggest other compelling ways for your organization to play a role in the conference by sponsoring interesting experiences for conference participants in and around Denver.

2008 CONFERENCE EXHIBITOR - $2,500

• One (1) exhibit space at the conference
• Organization name highlighted in the conference program
• Opportunity to purchase ad space inside the printed program
• Two (2) complimentary conference registrations

SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION

Qualifying renewable energy trade associations, nonprofit organizations, and other entities can be designated a Supporting Organization through an exchange of promotional services and/or volunteer services. A Supporting Organization agrees to assist or promote the conference to its membership or constituency in exchange for:

• Recognition at the conference
• Organization highlighted in the conference program
• One (1) complimentary conference registration

MEDIA PARTNER

Work with CRS to promote and advertise the conference and we will provide special recognition and cross promotional opportunities. Please call or email for more details.

Sponsorship Contact Information

For more information about our sponsorship opportunities or to register as a sponsor, exhibitor, or partner, please contact:

Rachael Terada
Center for Resource Solutions
Tel: 415-561-2135
Fax: 415-561-2105
Email: rachael [at] resource-solutions [dot] org

Scott Sheckman
Center for Resource Solutions
Tel: 415-561-0213
Fax: 415-561-2105
Email: scott [at] resource-solutions [dot] org